Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene 0 | 8424H | 36mm CT-1 Taper | 30" Blue | BX/36 (Open Box)

The Ethicon 8424H (PROLENE®) is a premier, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered for permanent tissue approximation. In Size 0 (3.5 metric), this suture is significantly robust, designed for high-tension closures such as abdominal fascia, orthopedic ligament repairs, and large vessel cardiovascular work. PROLENE® is internationally recognized for its extraordinary biological inertness, causing minimal tissue reaction and maintaining its tensile strength indefinitely within the body.

Equipped with the CT-1 (Circle Taper-1) needle—a substantial 36mm half-circle instrument—this suture is ideal for deep tissue layers. The taper point geometry is designed to pierce and then "stretch" tissue fibers rather than cutting them, which is critical for maintaining the structural integrity of the fascia and preventing needle-hole leakage in vascular applications.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PROLENE®

• Model / REF: 8424H

• Suture Size: 0 (3.5 metric) — Heavy-Duty Structural Strength

• Length: 30 Inches (75 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polypropylene (Isotactic Crystalline Stereoisomer)

• Color: Blue (Pigmented with Phthalocyanine Blue for maximum visibility)

• Needle: 36mm CT-1 (1/2 Circle)

• Needle Point: Taper Point (Atraumatic)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units (Open Box - Verified Full)

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Indefinite Tensile Strength: PROLENE® is not subject to degradation or weakening by tissue enzymes. This makes Size 0 the gold standard for "stay-sutures" and permanent fascia closure where long-term dehiscence prevention is mandatory.

• CT-1 Needle Versatility: The 36mm CT-1 is one of the most widely used needles in general surgery. Its size provides excellent leverage for closing the linea alba or anchoring heavy soft tissue, while the taper point ensures a smooth, atraumatic passage.

• Proprietary "Plastic Flattening" Knot: PROLENE® possesses a unique physical property where the knot slightly flattens and "locks" under tension. This provides superior knot security for a monofilament, giving surgeons confidence in high-stress anatomical regions.

• Minimal Tissue Drag: The extremely smooth surface of the polypropylene monofilament ensures the suture glides through dense tissue without the "sawing" effect common in braided materials, reducing post-operative inflammation.

• Infection Resistance: Because it is a non-porous monofilament, PROLENE® does not support bacterial "wicking," making it the preferred choice for closure in contaminated or infected surgical fields.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Open Box – Full Count (36/36). * Integrity: While the outer manufacturer's cardboard box has been opened, all 36 individual foil suture packets remain factory-sealed and sterile. Each internal unit has been inspected to ensure the sterile barrier is uncompromised and the expiration date is viable.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical services, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon inventory meets stringent hospital-readiness standards despite secondary packaging condition.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the 36mm CT-1 needles and ensure the internal sterile foil seals remain pristine during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.